Over a million trays of kiwifruit to be destroyed after mice found on ship
Value of fruit plus costs associated with reprocessing and disposal is estimated at $34m.
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Fonterra looks to sell global consumer business, including Anchor brand
Fonterra says it is looking to sell businesses, including its global consumer operation.
'Bonkers' or brave? Restoring wonky buildings at $200m Ayrburn
'Some of these farmers must have thought we were bonkers when we turned up.'
Prices fell for lighter lambs at Matawhero saleyards
A total yarding of 1755 store lambs at Matawhero
Holy Cow: Hall of Fame for bull that fathered 17,000 daughters
"We knew he was a good bull."
The Country: Christopher Luxon on live animal exports
Christopher Luxon, Lance Kerr, Jane Smith, Nadine Tunley, Craig Hickman, Grant Farquhar.
AgResearch to showcase genetic tech opportunities at Fieldays
'Genetic modification and gene editing may offer solutions to help farmers.'
Forest manager: International demand for pruned logs at an all-time high
"Things are fundamentally changed in my view, in China."
'Beyond impressive': Manawatū couple win Responsible Dairying Award
The Stewarts have created wetlands and planted thousands of native trees on their farm.
Environment court rules in favour of NZTA
No regrets: The farmer says he stood by his decision to battle for the Mangapēpeke Valley.
Pollination work keeps pair as busy as their bees
“We do a lot of kiwifruit and avocado pollination. That’s what keeps us going.”
The Country: Responsible Dairying Award winners James and Debbie Stewart
Phil Duncan, James and Debbie Stewart, Todd Clark, H McGregor, V Winning, S McManaway.
Rebuilding history a family affair
He used parts of an old bus chassis to painstakingly rebuild the Model 33.
Those Lazy, Hazy, Grazy Days of Winter in 1947
“Possibly the most revolutionary proposal in the history of Hauraki Plains dairy farming.”
Tips to stop wasting food: Why ‘just in case’ is costing you money
'People buy broccoli and lettuce every week because that’s what they have always done.'
Off-the-grid lifestyle a winner for rural couple
Rebecca and David Stewart only raise what they need to sustain them.
The Country: Feds president on the ongoing dry
Wayne Langford, Dave Martin, Chris Brandolino, Gill Naylor, Stu Duncan, Barry Soper.
'We need help': Waiho Flat landowners' angst over flood strategy
'We’re watching our money going down the river every time it floods.'
'Incredibly generous': Farmer gifts 103ha with panoramic coastal views for regional park
The generous gift has been called a rarity and 'true legacy' for the Bay of Plenty.
The Country: Shane Jones on the Greens and energy
Shane Jones, Wayne McNee, Jeremy Rookes, Jamie Cunninghame, Chris Russell.
Rabobank warns global dairy price recovery slower than expected
Rabobank said demand remained down, however, milk production was also down.
'Holy grail’: Work on methane vaccine ramps up
'Could be one of the best long-term options to shift the dial on agricultural emissions.'
Preparations for 56th Fieldays ramp up
This year's event will have a line-up of 1000 exhibitors at Mystery Creek.
Fonterra appoints Andrew Murray as CFO
US food and beverage company veteran was commercial director.
Gisborne group fights for bridge funding to save family farms
Bridging Tairāwhiti, a Gisborne group, campaigns for bridge repairs post-Cyclone.
'Incredible' growing conditions means cheaper fruit and veges
"I can assure you, if you're a consumer, it's a consumer's market, in terms of the value."
The Country: Alliance chair on farmers' response to capital raise
Christopher Luxon, Mark Wynne, Emma Higgins, Jim Hopkins.
'Getting the cows, learning lines': From a dairy hamlet to Shakespeare
A rural actor who learns lines amongst cows is set to be front stage at the Globe.
The 'major crisis' facing sheep farmers
“Some people are finding it hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel.”
Cheddar bounces back in mainly positive GDT
The latest from the Global Dairy Trade auction held overnight.
Shearer Jeanine Kimm sets world record and breaks stereotypes
Kimm established a ground-breaking eight-hour merino ewes world record.
Rural Advocacy Hub at Fieldays 2024
"We can achieve a lot more for farmers than any one organisation can working alone."
How Anzco Foods bucked the trend to turn in a profit for 2023
The meat processor and exporter is facing higher costs and a slow recovery in China.
The Country: Farmers and rising food prices
Damien O'Connor, Krista Franklin, Dr Rowarth, Sirma Karapeeva, Peter Nation, Phil Duncan.